Tech & Society Management Trainee

Job Purpose

This role is designed to equip trainees with critical management skills and deep organizational knowledge, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development. By participating in this program, you will contribute to ensuring smooth management transitions aligned with our succession planning efforts.

This role is for a 24 months fixed term contract period and may require you to travel based on Project/ Programme needs.

Project Support:

• Assist in planning, executing, and monitoring civic tech and digital security projects.

• Support the development of project timelines, budgets, and deliverables.

• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure project milestones are met.

Research and Analysis:

• Conduct research on emerging trends and best practices in civic tech, digital resilience, and digital security

• Analyze data and generate insights to inform project strategies and decision-making.

• Prepare reports, presentations, and other documentation as needed.

Community Engagement:

• Assist in organizing events, workshops, and meetings with stakeholders and community partners.

• Support outreach efforts to engage diverse communities in civic tech, and digital security  initiatives.

• Manage communication channels, including social media, newsletters, and website content.

Collaboration and Partnerships:

• Identify and pursue partnership opportunities with relevant organizations, institutions, and government agencies.

• Assist in drafting proposals and agreements for collaboration.

• Maintain relationships with existing partners and stakeholders.

Administrative Support:

• Handle administrative tasks such as scheduling meetings, maintaining records, and managing correspondence.

• Support the team in managing logistics for events and activities.

What you will learn

• Programme and Project Design

• Stakeholders engagement

• Thought leadership/ Research

• Proposal writing

• Project negotiation

• Capacity building design skills